Observational analysis finds increased depression and anxiety in adolescents linked to authoritarian parenting styles, suggesting the need for positive parenting practices.
Key Points
Adolescents showed a prevalence of depression at 37.39%, anxiety at 42.19%, and stress at 24.69%.
The DASS-21, self-esteem scale, and a parenting questionnaire were used for assessments in 583 adolescents.
Analysis indicates authoritative parenting promotes better mental health outcomes while authoritarian methods correlate with higher depression.
These findings highlight the role of parental support and call for school-based mental health awareness programs.